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The uau effect begins with a different relationship with our surroundings. We move beyond human-centric design towards an ecocentric architecture, where people, ecosystems, energy and material life cycles coexist as part of the same system.

Architecture is not only about the space we create, it is also about the time and experiences we design within it. Through light, movement, materials, landscape and changing perspectives, our spaces gradually reveal themselves, alternating moments of discovery and surprise with moments of contemplation and connection.

Rather than revealing everything at once, each project unfolds as a narrative, inviting people to explore, interact and experience their surroundings in unexpected ways. This balance between environment, time and emotion is where the uau effect comes to life.

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(Statistics)
(Projects)
50+
We’ve brought over 50 projects to life, from homes and retail spaces to expo pavilions and schools. Each one is a building block in our growing creative vision.
(Clients)
80+
Grateful to have worked with over 100 clients worldwide, turning shared visions into lasting design partnerships..
(Commitment)
110%
Our commitment exceeds limits—110% dedicated to creating responsible architecture that goes beyond boundaries.
(Passion)
100%
Every project is driven by 100% passion, bringing authentic emotion and purpose to our work.
People
People
People
People
People
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founder | architecture | design
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Gianluca Santosuosso

Gianluca studied building engineering at the Polytechnic University of Turin, and did a Master in Self-Sufficient Building at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia. With a strong focus on eco-architecture and experiential design, both in physical and hybrid environments (VR, AR and, more recently in the Metaverse). He has worked for a variety of international design firms including: ecoLogicStudio and Freeman in London,  Carlo Ratti Associati in Turin, MDLab in Munich. Gianluca is currently based in Como (Italy).

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architecture
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Gaia Cambri

Gaia studied architecture at the Accademia di Mendrisio in Switzerland, USI. She specialises in residential project. Gaia has worked in many international firms such as Studio Fuksas in Paris, Eric Chavoix in Mauritius, Progetto CMR in Beijing and Klotz Asociados in Santiago de Chile. Gaia is currently based in Milan.

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architecture
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Mateusz Sak

Mateusz studied Interior Design at the University of the Arts in Poznań, Poland, and then pursued a master’s degree in Interior and Spatial Design at the Politecnico di Milano in Italy. In addition to his primary focus on interior architecture, he continually expands his skills in motion design and scenography. Mateusz is currently based in Como, Italy.

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communication | ​​​​​​​marketing
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Martina Galbo

Martina studied Fashion Styling & Communication at IED Milano, and did a Master in Luxury and Fashion Management at 24ore Business School. She has worked in many international communication agencies, where she became passionate about brand storytelling and now she is focusing on the design and architecture fields. Martina is currently based in Milan

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architecture
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Matteo Mornata

Matteo studied Architecture at the Politecnico di Milano, earning a Master’s degree in Building Construction. He is a licensed architect registered with the Order of Architects of Monza and is engaged in ongoing design research on the relationship between architecture, life, and nature. He is currently based in Monza.

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intern
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Engy Hassan

Engy studied Architecture and Urban Design at the German University in Cairo and Berlin, and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Architecture and Urban Design at Politecnico di Milano in Italy. She is particularly interested in explorative and conceptual design, using storytelling as a way to shape narratives, and is increasingly drawn to parametric design as a tool for experimentation and spatial expression. Engy is currently based in Milan, Italy.

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intern
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Zara Hudson

Zara is currently studying for a BA in Design at loughbrough University, where she is specialising in Enviromental Design. She has developed a strong interest in user experience and the relationship between people and the built environment. Passionate about creating thoughtful, inclusive environments that empower individuals through considered design.

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four-legged assistants
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Resi, Mango & Tolo

Resi handles office alerts with enthusiasm (and volume), Mango is the head of snack diplomacy and cuddle distribution, while Tolo masters deep thinking and strategic napping.

(Past collaborators)
Sara Giovinazzo
(
communication | marketing
)
Agne Vasiliauskaite
(
interior design
)
Giulia Pozzoli
(
architecture
)
Shiryu Kawamura
(
architecture intern
)
Rania Ahmed Hanafy Mohamed
(
intern
)
Jahid Anshori
(
architecture intern
)
Eri Pontikopoulou
(
architect
)
Yuva Srikanth Vijayakumar
(
BIM specialist | architecture
)
Jessica Lai
(
architect
)
Natalia Ledzianowska
(
communication | ​​​​​​​marketing
)
Alice Biancato
(
design intern
)
Lucero Barrientos
(
retail design
)
Serena Palmucci
(
interior designer
)
Chrysa Sarlani
(
visual identity
)
Emanuele Santalena
(
interior designer
)
Davide Frati
(
mep specialist
)
Elisa Grieci
(
interior designer
)